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who work in the men and weight field in some capacity: http://www.5aday.nhs.uk/ The 5 A Day website encouraging people to eat more fruit and vegetables. Action for LeisurePO Box 9, West Molesey KT8 1WT www.actionforleisure.org.uk Action for Leisure promotes play and leisure with and for disabled adults and children ACTION ON SMOKING AND HEALTH (ASH)102 Clifton Street London EC2A 4HW Tel +44 (0)20 7739 5902 Fax +44 (0)20 7613 0531 Email enquiries@ash.org.uk Web: http://www.ash.org.uk ASH is a campaigning public health charity working for a comprehensive societal response to tobacco aimed at achieving a sharp reduction and eventual elimination of the health problems caused by tobacco. 120,000 people per year die from smoking-related diseases in the UK and tobacco is a major cause of illness and health inequalities. Tobacco is a powerfully addictive drug that most of its users would like to quit using. ACTION ON SMOKING AND HEALTH (ASH) Scotland8 Frederick Street www.ashscotland.org.uk ASH Scotland is the leading voluntary organisation in Scotland tackling tobacco use. Established in 1973, the organisation holds a wealth of experience and knowledge on tobacco issues. Age Concern EnglandAstral House, 1268 London Road, London SW16 4ER Tel 020 8765 7200 Information Line: 0800 00 99 66 Fax 020 8765 7211 Website www.ageconcern.org.uk Age Concern supports all people over 50 in the UK, ensuring that they get the most from life. We provide essential services such as day care and information. We campaign on issues like age discrimination and pensions, and work to influence public opinion and government policy about older people. Aikido UK33 Owen Avenue, Murray 12, East Kilbride, G75 9AH, United Kingdom. 01355 220419 AikidoUK@hotmail.com www.aikido-uk.org Alcohol ConcernWaterbridge House, Telephone: 020 7928 7377 http://www.alcoholconcern.org.uk/ Alcohol Concern is the national agency on alcohol misuse. We work to reduce the incidence and costs of alcohol-related harm and to increase the range and quality of services available to people with alcohol-related problems. Amateur Rowing Association6 Lower Mall tel: 020 8237 6700 www.ara-rowing.org The ARA is the governing body for the sport of rowing in England, and is also responsible for representing Great Britain's interests to FISA, and for the preparation, training and selection of GB teams. At a national level the ARA is also responsible for the organisation and development of rowing in England. Amateur Swimming AssociationHarold Fern House t: 01509 618 700 customerservices@swimming.org www.britishswimming.org The Amateur Swimming Association is the English national governing body for swimming, diving, water polo, open water and synchronised swimming. The ASA aims to ensure everybody has an opportunity to learn to swim. Anorexia and Bulimia CarePO Box 173, Letchworth anorexiabulimiacare@ntlworld.com Anorexia and Bulimia Care (ABC) has been in existence in its present form since 1989. It is a national Christian organisation run by Christians for sufferers, their families and for carers. The Arthritis Fountation of Ireland1 ClanWilliam Square, Tel: +353 1 6618188 Fax: +353 1 661 6261 Email: info@arthritis-foundation.com www.arthritis-foundation.com The Arthritis Foundation of Ireland was established in 1981. It is the only national charity dedicated to further Research and Education for this common condition. The Foundation is continuing to fund research into arthritis in Ireland. The long term aim is to find a cure for the disease but along the way research projects funded increase out understanding of the disease and so improve treatment given. Arthritis Care18 Stephenson Way tel 020 7380 6500 (general enquiries) Or email helplines@arthritiscare.org.uk www.arthritiscare.org.uk Arthritis Care is the UK’s largest voluntary organisation working with and for people with arthritis. We aim to empower people to take control of their arthritis and their lives. Arthritis Research CampaignCopeman House Tel: 0870 850 5000 Fax: (0)1246 558007 Info@arc.org.uk http://www.arc.org.uk/ The Arthritis Research Campaign (arc), founded in 1936, raises funds to promote medical research into the cause, treatment and cure of arthritic conditions: to educate medical students, doctors and allied healthcare professionals about arthritis and to provide information to people affected by arthritis and to the general public. The Asian Health AgencyTelephone: 020 8577 9747 email: admincore@taha.org.uk www.taha.org.uk The Asian Health Agency is a registered charity specialising in the provision of direct and holistic health & social care services and capacity building support services primarily to Asian and other BME communities as well as research, training, consultancy support to statutory and voluntary sectors. particularly in the field of developing culturally appropriate services and anti-discriminatory practices. Association for the Study of Obesity20 Brook Meadow Close www.aso.org.uk The Association for the Study of Obesity (ASO) was founded in 1967 and is the UK's foremost organisation dedicated to the understanding and treatment of obesity.
Badminton Association of England LtdNational Badminton Centre www.baofe.co.uk The BAofE is the sport's governing body in England and actively promotes and encourages its development from grass roots, through clubs, local leagues and county organisations to the National Squad. BBC Healthy-Livingwww.bbc.co.uk/health/healthyliving - BBC website with lots of useful information about food and exercise for adults and children. Adults can work out their body mass index (BMI). Beating Bowel Cancer39 Crown Road, Main Telephone: 020 8892 5256 020 8892 5256 info@beatingbowelcancer.org www.beatingbowelcancer.org Beating Bowel Cancer is a national charity working to raise awareness of symptoms, promote early diagnosis and encourage open access to treatment choice for those affected by bowel cancer. Through our work we aim to help save lives from this common cancer, the UK’s second biggest killer cancer. BikeforallBenton Bridge Cottage Jesmond Dene Newcastle on Tyne NE7 7DA editor@bikeforall.net www.bikeforall.net Cycling is fun, fast, green and healthy. That's why we want you to spend more time pedalling, and less time sitting in front of the computer. Bikeforall.net is a filter, listing the useful bike stuff on the internet, ignoring the duff and the overtly commercial. Bike Week and Bike2Work10 South Pallant Phone 01243 527444 www.bikeweek.org.uk Bike Week is the UK’s annual promotion of all kinds of cycling. In 2004, more than 180,000 participants in 1,400 events gained a huge amount of positive media coverage for cycling. Funded by the UK governments and the cycle industry's Bike Hub initiative, Bike Week is co-ordinated for a steering group of 16 organisations, all of which want to ‘get more people cycling more often’. Blood Pressure Association60 Cranmer Terrace Telephone: 020 8772 4994 Fax 020 8772 4999 Website www.bpassoc.org.uk The Blood Pressure Association was established in October 2000 with the aim of making a real difference to the 16 million people affected by high blood pressure in the UK. Our aim at the BPA is to put high blood pressure at the top of everyone's health agenda - from the Government and the media to every adult. THE BOBBY MOORE FUNDCancer Research UK BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY1 Regent Place, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 2PJ Website: www.counselling.co.uk The umbrella membership body for counselling in the UK, and as such the standard-setting association to which all its members adhere, providing support and protection for members of the public who may seek counselling. Provides information on training as a counsellor, as well as information on counselling services available in your locality. British AthleticsUmbra Athletics Ltd Tel: 44 (0) 161 406 6320 info@britishathletics.info www.BritishAthletics.Info The BritishAthletics website has been designed to provide comprehensive, accurate and up to date information on British Athletics. British Blind Sport4-6 Victoria Terrace email: info@britishblindsport.org.uk www.britishblindsport.org.uk British Blind Sport is a registered charity and the co-ordinating body of sport for the blind and partially sighted in the UK. The charity was set up in 1975 by visually impaired people, to enable them to have a controlling interest in their various sports. THE BRITISH CARDIAC PATIENTS ASSOCIATIONBCPA Head Office: Freephone 0800 4792800 enquiries@BCPA.co.uk http://www.bcpa.co.uk/what_is.htm The association offers unconditional help, support, reassurance and advice to cardiac patients, their families and carers. We pride ourselves in being the independent voice of the patient and carer. To that end we represent the patient on Government bodies, research working groups, Health Improvement Programmes, nursing bodies, and many others. British Cardiac Society9 Fitzroy Square +44 (0) 20 7383 3887 enquiries@bcs.com www.bcs.com The British Cardiac Society was established in 1922, and is a charitable body. The majority of our membership are UK cardiologists and cardiac surgeons, but also includes other doctors and healthcare professionals. The Society is involved in education, the setting of clinical standards and research into heart and circulatory diseases. The British Council of Disabled PeopleLitchurch Plaza Telephone: 01332 295551 Fax: 01332 295580 Minicom: 01332 295581 Email: general@bcodp.org.uk www.bcodp.org.uk The British Council of Disabled People is the UK's national organisation of the worldwide Disabled People's Movement. We were set up in 1981 by disabled people to promote our full equality and participation in UK society, and we now represent some 126 groups run by disabled people in the UK at national level. British Deaf Sports Councilwww.britishdeafsportscouncil.org.uk British Deaf Sports Council (BDSC) was founded in 1930, with the aim of organising competitors to participate in the World Games for the Deaf (now known as DEAFLYMPIC), and therefore it is Britain's oldest national sports organisation for a disabled group. British CyclingNational Cycling Centre www.britishcycling.org.uk Tel: 0870 871 2000 The internationally recognised governing body for cycling in Great Britain. The British Dietetic Association5th Floor, Charles House e-mail: info@bda.uk.com http://www.bda.uk.com/ The British Dietetic Association, established in 1936, was formed to provide training and facilities for Dietitians. The Association has developed into a Professional Association that aims to: inform, protect, represent and support. BRITISH EGG INFORMATION SERVICE (BEIS)126-128 Cromwell Road, London SW7 4ET www.britegg.co.uk Provides general and nutritional information as well as recipes for eggs. British Ethnic Health Awareness Foundation (BEHAF)6 Humber Street, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, United Kingdom M8 0PX www.behaf.org.uk BEHAF is a REGISTERED NATIONAL HEALTH AWARENESS TRUST for community support, health care advice, medical information, and patient's advocacy. Our mission is to promote self-help, healthy eating habits, healthy living styles, and raise health awareness in the wider community. British Fencing1 Baron's Gate, 33-35 Rothschild Road, London W4 5HT, Tel: 020 8742 3032, Fax 020 8742 3033 british_fencing@compuserve.com www.britishfencing.com BRITISH GYMNASTICSFord Hall, Lilleshall National Sports Centre, Newport, Shropshire TF10 9NB www.british-gymnastics.org British Gymnastics aims to continually assess, review and meet Gymnastic needs and expectations of our Membership by developing strategies and action plans which embrace best value, challenge current thinking, break down barriers and bring about continuous improvement in Opportunities, Facilities and Competitive results. British Heart Foundation14 Fitzhardinge Street Tel: 020 7935 0185 internet@bhf.org.uk The aim of the British Heart Foundation is to play a leading role in the fight against cardiovascular disease so that it is no longer a major cause of disability and premature death. For more than 40 years, the British Heart Foundation has been at the forefront of the fight against heart disease, funding education, care and much more. British Heart Foundation National Centre for Physical Activity and HealthLoughborough University Tel: 01509 223259 www.bhfactive.org.uk The British Heart Foundation National Centre for Physical Activity and Health (BHFNC) was established in April 2000 with Funding from the British Heart Foundation (BHF). The BHF continues to fund, support and work in partnership with the Centre. British Hypertension SocietyThe Blood Pressure Unit, St. George's Hospital Medical School, Fax: 020 8725 2959 Email: bhsis@sghms.ac.uk www.hyp.ac.uk/bhs The British Meat Nutrition Education ServiceGood Relations Healthcare www.bmesonline.org.uk Information on nutrition and the role of lean red meat in a healthy balanced diet. The British Mountaineering Council177-179 Burton Rd Tel: 0870 010 4878 Fax: 0161 445 4500 Email: office@thebmc.co.uk http://www.thebmc.co.uk/ The British Mountaineering Council is the representative body that exists to protect the freedoms and promote the interests of climbers, hillwalkers and mountaineers, including ski-mountaineers. British Nutrition FoundationHigh Holborn House Email: postbox@nutrition.org.uk The British Nutrition Foundation is a scientific and educational charity which promotes the well being of society through the impartial interpretation and effective dissemination of evidence-based nutritional knowledge and advice The British Potato Council4300 Nash Court www.potato.org.uk The British Potato Council is all about Improving Competitiveness and Increasing Usage of GB potatoes. We are a non-departmental public body (NDPB) funded by purchasers and growers. British Society for Rheumatology41 Eagle Street Telephone +44 (0) 207 242 3313 Facsimile +44 (0) 207 242 3277 Email bsr@rheumatology.org.uk www.rheumatology.org.uk The British Society for Rheumatology (BSR) is a medical society committed to advancing knowledge and practice in the field of rheumatology. We aim to improve awareness and understanding of arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions and work at national and local level to promote high quality standards of care for people with these conditions. British Sports Trustwww.bst.org.uk The British Sports Trusts goal is simple: to help people discover their potential through sport and provide an opportunity to share those abilities with others. The British Walking FederationBWF National Office, 112 Crescent Road, Reading, Berks. RG1 5SW Email: info@bwf-ivv.org.uk www.bwf-ivv.org.uk The British Walking Federation provides many opportunities for people to make friends and enjoy the British countryside through its programme of organised non-competitive events. Its aim is to provide outdoor sports, free from competition, for people of all ages. British Wheelchair Sports FoundationStoke Mandeville Stadium, Guttmann Road, Stoke Mandeville, Buckinghamshire, HP21 9PP Fax: 01296 424171 E-mail: info@bwsf.org.uk www.bwsf.org.uk The British Wheelchair Sports Foundation (BWSF) is the national organisation for wheelchair sport in the UK. The Foundation exists to provide, promote and develop opportunities for men, women and children with disabilities to participate in recreational and competitive wheelchair sport. British Wheel of YogaCentral Office, 25 Jermyn Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire NG34 7RU. Tel: 01529 306 851 Fax: 01529 303 233 Email: information@bwy.org.uk http://bwy.org.uk/ The British Wheel of Yoga is the largest Yoga organisation in the country and has been registered as a charity for more than 30 years. We are also recognised by the Sports Councils as the national Governing Body for Yoga in the UK. The British Wrestling Association (BWA)12, Westwood Lane, admin@britishwrestling.org www.britishwrestling.org The BWA website which provides information on wrestling in Great Britain (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales). Cardiomyopathy Association40 The Metro Centre Tel: +44 (0) 1923 249 977 The Cardiomyopathy Association is a registered charity which helps sufferers, their families and their medical advisors to best manage the impact of cardiomyopathy. The Central Counsil of Physical Recreation (CCPR)Francis House Telephone: 020 7854 8500 www.ccpr.org.uk As the independent voice of UK Sport the CCPR is the umbrella organisation for the national governing and representative bodies of sport and recreation in the UK, speaks and acts to promote, protect and develop the interests of sport and physical recreation at all levels. Central YMCA112 Great Russell St London, WC1B 3NQ 020 7343 1800 info@cyq.org.uk www.centralymca.org.uk/club, www.cyq.org.uk, www.ymcafit.org.uk. Central YMCA is the World’s founding YMCA, established in 1844 and today internationally renowned for educational programmes within the field of health and fitness. The Child Growth Foundation2 Mayfield Avenue, Chiswick, London W4 1PW Fax +44 (0)20 8995 9075 Email cgflondon@aol.com The Child Growth Foundation is an independent charity and receives no central government or local government funding. It must provide for itself. The Foundation supports children, families of children and adults with growth related problems. It also funds research into possible solutions to these growth related disorders. The Chinese National Healthy Living Centre29-30 Soho Square, London, W1D 3QS Tel no: 020 7534 6546 or 020 7287 0904 Fax: 020 7534 6545 general@cnhlc.org.uk www.cnhlc.org.uk We aim to promote healthy living, and to provide access to health services, for the Chinese community in the UK. The Centre takes an holistic approach, tackling both the physical and psychological aspects of health. Chest, Heart and Stroke ScotlandHead Office CHSS Head Office 0131 225 6963 adviceline@chss.org.uk http://www.chss.org.uk/ Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland aims to improve the quality of life for people in Scotland affected by chest, heart and stroke illness through medical research, advice and information, and support in the community. The Children’s Heart Federation (CHF)helpline 0808 808 5000 http://www.childrens-heart-fed.org.uk/ CHF is a federation of local and national support groups. Families in these groups live throughout the UK and Ireland. We provide a freephone helpline and email service, respite care, family support grants, blood test monitors for home use, and a network of computers in hospitals so children can continue their education. We try to raise awareness of the existence and needs of heart children. Cholesterol UK35 Bedford Row, London, WC1R 4JH Tel: 0207 400 4480 Fax: 0207 400 4480 Email: info@cholesteroluk.org.uk www.cholesteroluk.org.uk Cholesterol UK is an initiative of two leading heart charities H•E•A•R•T UK and the British Cardiac Patients’ Association. Greater population-wide understanding of heart health risks would help to improve the nation’s health and well-being. Cholesterol UK calls for the targeting of raised cholesterol levels, alongside other major risk factors, through education and awareness of diet and lifestyle change. Colon Cancer Concern7 Rickett Street Tel: 020 7381 9711 Fax: 020 7381 5752 www.coloncancer.org.uk Colon Cancer Concern (CCC) is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to reducing deaths from bowel cancer and improving the quality of life of those affected by the disease. Consensus Action on Salt and Health (CASH)Blood Pressure Unit, Department of Medicine, St George’s Hospital Medical School, Cranmer Terrace, London SW17 0RE Tel 020 8725 2409 Fax 020 8725 2959 http://www.actiononsalt.org.uk/ CASH (Consensus Action on Salt and Health) is a group of specialists concerned with salt and its effects on health. It is successfully working to reach a consensus with the food industry and Government over the harmful effects of a high salt diet, and bring about a reduction in the amount of salt in processed foods as well as salt added to cooking, and the table. CORDA (The Coronary Artery Disease Research Association)Chelsea Square, London SW3 6NP Tel 020 7349 8686 Fax 020 7349 9414 www.corda.org.uk Supports clinical research into the prevention and early diagnosis of cardiovascular disease through the development and application of safe and painless non-invasive methods. The Coronary Prevention Group (CPG)cpg@lshtm.ac.uk http://www.healthnet.org.uk/cpg/ The Coronary Prevention Group (CPG) was formed in 1979 by a group of doctors, epidemiologists and other experts in response to the inaction following the 1974 Department of Health Report and the 1976 Report of the Royal College of Physicians and the British Cardiac Society. The Counterweight ProgrammeWestburn House, Foresterhill, Aberdeen AB25 2ZW hazel.ross@counterweight.org www.counterweight.org The Counterweight Programme was launched in 2000 as the result of a national group of consultant physicians recognising the need to tackle obesity management in primary care. The National Counterweight Project Board was established for project guidance and management. Counterweight is a multi-centre practice nurse led obesity management project being conducted in 80 general practices in 7 regions of the UK The Countryside Recreation Network (CRN)Leisure Industries Research Centre Tel: 0114 225 4494 www.countrysiderecreation.org.uk CRN is a network which, covers the UK and the Republic of Ireland, gives easy access to, information on countryside and related recreation matters, reaches organisations and individuals in the public, private and voluntary sectors, networks thousands of interested people CTC (Cyclists' Touring Club)69 Meadrow, Godalming GU7 3HS tel 0870 873 0060 Cycling IrelandKelly Roche House http://www.cyclingireland.ie/ Cycling Ireland is the governing body for the sport of cycling in Ireland. Diabetes UKCentral Office Diabetes UK is the largest organisation in the UK working for people with diabetes, funding research, campaigning and helping people live with the condition. Diabetes Federation of Ireland76 Lower Gardiner Street, www.diabetes.ie Since 1967 the Diabetes Federation of Ireland has been dedicated to helping people with diabetes. Through its network of support branches throughout the country, people who have an interest in diabetes are dedicated to sourcing and sharing information on diabetes and related matters. Dietitians working in Obesity Management (UK) [DOM (UK)].20 Brook Meadon Close Telephone: 020 8503 2042 Email: chris@domuk.ndo.co.uk www.domuk.org Designed with dietitians in mind, we hope it inspires and informs, and leaves you eager to learn more. Keep a regular lookout for new topical updates (where you'll find our review of the new book Best Medicine: Weight Management), training events (see opposite), forthcoming meetings, references and resources. Health of Men Healthy Living InitiativeEmail: Chris.andrews@bradford.gov.uk The present day HOM project is a 5 year Big Lottery Fund initiative which addresses the neglected area of men’s health and the inequalities which result from this historic lack of attention across the Bradford and Airedale district. HeartLine AssociationCommunity Link Telephone +44 (0)1276 707636 Fax +44 (0)1276 707642 We are a voluntary organisation set up to offer help and support to children with heart disorders and their families regardless of how slight or severe the condition may be. H•E•A•R•T UK7 North Road T: 01628 628 638 http://www.heartuk.org.uk/ HEART UK is committed to raising awareness of heart disease in the UK and stressing the importance of a healthy lifestyle in reducing the risk of suffering from it. Healthy Living ScotlandHere you’ll find out about healthy eating and physical activity, and how small changes can lead to big benefits. Hearts for lifehttp://www.heartsforlife.co.uk/ Hearts for life is an interactive educational website to help you understand your heart and its problems. Heart Throbsinfo@heart-throbs.org.uk Help the Aged207-221 Pentonville Road, Website: www.helptheaged.org.uk Help the Aged is working hard for a world in which older people are valued for their contribution to society, involved in their local communities and fulfilled in their needs, hopes and aspirations. High Blood Pressure FoundationDirector - Rosalind Newton T 0131 332 9211 www.hbpf.org.uk Hoopswww.hoops.co.uk has been online since 1997, offering links and information to the basketball community. Hoops aims to: o appeal to all levels of involvement, from those new to the game to those with international experience, to facilitate increased enjoyment, exposure and participation in basketball, to be a source of information, advice and guidance that is relevant, accurate and interesting, to facilitate easier communication within the basketball community.
IBS NetworkNorthern General Hospital Telephone 0114 - 261- 1531 Fax 0114 - 261- 0112 The mission of the IBS Network is to inform, support, and educate those with IBS and their families and carers; to improve the quality of life of those with IBS and to raise public awareness of IBS and the issues surrounding this condition. Inclusive Fitness Initiative04 Park Square Telephone: 0114 257 2060 Fax: 0114 257 0664 http://www.inclusivefitness.org/The IFI run under the auspices of the English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) provides a range of solutions to barriers that make fitness suites inaccessible for disabled people. The Institute of Leisure and Amenity Management (ILAM)ILAM House Tel: 01491 874800 Fax: 01491 874801 E-mail: info@ilam.co.uk The Institute of Leisure and Amenity Management (ILAM) is the professional body for the leisure industry and represents the interests of leisure managers across all sectors and specialisms of leisure. International Association for the Study of Obesity231 North Gower Street, London NW1 2NS, United Kingdom Telephone: +44 (0) 20 7691 1900 The IOTF is working to alert the world of the growing health crisis threatened by soaring levels of obesity. Institute of Food ResearchNorwich Research Park Tel: +44 (0) 1603 255 000 Website: www.ifrn.bbsrc.ac.uk Information sheets on health issues to do with food, including guidelines for
a healthier diet. The Irish Heart Foundation4 Clyde Road, The Irish Heart Foundation is the only national voluntary organisation in Ireland working to reduce premature death and disability from heart disease and stroke through research, education and community service.
Join the Activatersfoodfitness c/o Food and Drink Federation Join the Activaters is an interactive education programme for primary school children aged 7-9 (Key Stage 2). Balancing a healthy diet and being more physically active are increasingly important for young children. Join the Activaters uniquely combines these two elements into one programme.
Keep Fit AssociationAstra House, The Keep Fit Association has keep fit classes running in most parts of the country. There are nine regional organisations. The Keep Fit Association gives people the opportunity to get together in a spirit of fun and friendship to exercise regularly together. The Kellogg's Corn Flakes Great WalkThe Kellogg's Corn Flakes Great Walk is a series of walks throughout the UK, being held during July and August 2005. To find out what walks are happening in your area, please click on the link below: Please complete the entry form below in order to enter the walk/s you have chosen.
The Lawn Tennis AssociationPalliser Road Tel. +44 20 7381 7000 The Lawn Tennis Association is an organisation bound together by a lifelong passion for the game. As the governing body of British tennis we are united in our commitment to growing the sport throughout the country at all levels; from the grass roots of the game, to success on the international stage. LifeBytesWebsite: www.lifebytes.gov.uk Site for 11- to 14-year-olds, giving health information in a fun and interesting way. Includes section on healthy eating. Life Cycle UK86 Colston Street Tel : 0117 929 0440 Life Cycle UK's vision is of healthy individuals, inclusive communities and an unspoilt natural environment. We work towards these goals by promoting a form of travel that is simple, affordable and equitable - the bicycle! LighterLife08700 664747 LighterLife is a rapidly expanding weight loss programme for the obese. Using a nutritionally complete Very Low Calorie Diet in conjunction with Cognitive Behavoural Therapy, clients step back from conventional food to enable them to be in ketosis which blunts hunger, whilst the CBT counselling helps them to explore the reasons behind their overeating. Living Streets31-33 Bondway Telephone: 020 7820 1010 The Living Streets initiative is a clear and urgent challenge to the authorities who, for decades, have allowed traffic priorities to overwhelm our local streets and public places, and failed to keep them clean and safe. The Living Streets initiative is a nationwide - ongoing - campaign to win back the streets for everybody. London Cycling CampaignUnit 228 T: +44 (0) 20 7928 7220, F: +44 (0) 20 7928 2318 www.lcc.org.uk The Long Distance Walkers AssociationThe LDWA is an Association of people with the common interest of walking long distances in rural, mountainous or moorland areas. The LDWA furthers the interests of those who enjoy long distance walking in many ways.
Fast, free independent health information for men of all ages from the Men's Health Forum. Mary Hart Centre for Eating Disorders3 Sciennes Road The Centre for Eating Disorders - Scotland, is a long established, independent, psycotherapy practice concentrating on helping sufferers of Anorexia, Bulimia and Binge Eating Disorder. Milk For SchoolsPO Box 412, STAFFORD Tel. 01785 248 345, Fax 01785 248 345 Milk For Schools is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity registration number 1064361, which was founded in 1994. Our charitable mission statement is to educate the public in the field of school based nutrition. MOVE4HEALTHWebsite: http://www.move4health.org.uk/ Move4Health campaigns and lobbies to make the physical, cultural, political and social environment more conducive for people being active. It also publicises how activity can promote health and wellbeing, contribute towards tackling the burden of psychological and physical disease to help reduce health inequalities in the UK. The Muslim Health Network65a Grosvenor Road Email: info@muslimhealthnetwork.org The Muslim Health Network has been established to play a principle role in promoting, preserving, and protecting health and health education amongst Muslim Communities in the UK.
National Centre for Eating Disorders54 New Road, Esher National Heart ForumTavistock House South, Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9LG Telephone: 020 7383 7638, Fax: 020 7387 2799 The National Heart Forum (NHF) is a leading alliance of over 40 national organisations working to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease in the UK. National Heart Research FundConcord House, Park Lane, Leeds LS3 1EQ Tel 0113 234 7474 Fax 0113 297 6208 Website www.heartresearch.org.uk Research into heart disease and prevention and cures of such complaints with dissemination of results. Provision of help and rehabilitation for those with heart disease. NATIONAL OBESITY FORUMNational Obesity Forum Tel/Fax: 0115 8462109 Website: http://www.nationalobesityforum.org.uk/ Email: national_obesity.forum@ntlworld.com The National Obesity Forum was established in May 2000 to raise awareness of the growing impact of obesity and overweight on our patients and our National Health Service. Membership is open to all healthcare professionals and is free. Through our activities we aim to improve the delivery of best practice in the management of obesity and it's co-morbidities. We aim to use all available resources in the media, politically, educationally and professionally to enable all practitioners to confidently treat overweight patients. National Osteoporosis SocietyCamerton, Bath, BA2 0PJ Helpline 0845 4500230 Fax: 01761 471771 email: nurses@nos.org.uk http://www.nos.org.uk/default.asp The National Osteoporosis Society (NOS) has is the only national charity dedicated to improving the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of this fragile bone disease. The National Playing Fields AssociationStanley House Protecting and improving playing fields is the core work of The National Playing Fields Association. NHS DIRECTTelephone: 0845 4647 24 - 24 hour service Website: www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk Nurse led telephone advice and information service. Their website provides a wealth of information and countless links to other resources. NHS SMOKING HELPLINEEngland and Wales: 0800 169 0169 The Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke Association22 Gt Victoria Street Website www.nichsa.com The aim of the Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke Association is to promote the prevention of and alleviate the suffering resulting from chest heart and stroke related illnesses. THE NUTRITION SOCIETY10 Cambridge Court http://www.nutritionsociety.org/ The Nutrition Society's aim is to advance the scientific study of nutrition and its application to the maintenance of human and animal health.
Outdoor Industries AssociationMorritt House, 58 Station Approach, South Ruislip, Ruislip, HA4 6SA Tel: 02088421111, Fax: 02088420090 info@go-outdoors.org.ukThe Outdoor Industries Association is the lead trade body for manufacturers and retailers of outdoor clothing and equipment. The Outward Bound TrustHackthorpe Hall, Hackthorpe, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 2HX Tel: 08705134227 http://www.outwardbound-uk.org/ The Outward Bound Trust is an educational charity that inspires young people to fulfil their potential through challenging outdoor experiences, raising self-esteem and preparing them to face the future. The Outward Bound experience is one which has changed over a million people's lives forever. Overeaters AnonymousPO Box 19, Stretford Overeaters Anonymous is a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength and hope, are recovering from compulsive overeating. They welcome everyone who wants to stop eating compulsively.
PATIENTS’ ASSOCIATIONPO Box 935, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 3YJ Patient Telephone line: 02084 238999 Admin Telephone: 02084 239111 Fax: 02084 239119 Represents the views and interests of patients to government, health professionals, managers and industry and campaigns for improved health services. Patient-line providing advice, fact sheets and self-help guides. Paths to HealthInglewood House Tel: 01259 218855 http://www.pathstohealth.org.uk/ The Paths to Health Project exists to support the development of local Paths to Health Schemes in Scotland to promote walking for health. Play-Cricket0207 432 1172 Play-Cricket is the ECB’s on-line cricket network for all Clubs, Leagues, Cup Competitions and County Boards. It is the official source of all information and statistics on club cricket for all cricketers and supporters. The Physical Education Association of the United KingdomLing House, Building 25, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AQ Tel: 0118 931 6240, Fax: 0118 931 6242 The Physical Education Association of the United Kingdom is the lead body for physical education in the United Kingdom, representing the views and interests of nearly 4,000 members of which 3,000 are serving teachers. The Pituitary FoundationPO Box 1944, Bristol BS99 2UB The Pituitary Foundation is a national UK charity which is working to provide information and support to those suffering from pituitary disorders, their relatives, friends and carers. Primary Care Cardiovascular Society36 Berrymede Road, London W4 5JD Tel 020 8994 8775, Fax 020 8742 2130 Aims to prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD) and improve care of CVD patients by promoting research, education, and scientific exchange in community-based medicine. The Pulmonary Hypertension Association (UK)PO Box 2760, Lewes, Sussex, BN8 4WA Tel: 0800 3898 156 Fax: 0701 071 5723 Email: enquiries@pha-uk.com The Pulmonary Hypertension Association (UK) aims to provide support, understanding, and information for all those people whose lives are touched by Pulmonary Hypertension. By bringing people together, and providing a focus for everyone throughout the UK and around the world, the Association aims to make the lives of patients, relatives and carers easier and more able to cope with the challenges that Pulmonary Hypertension imposes.
QUITGround Floor QUIT aims to significantly reduce unnecessary suffering and death from smoking related diseases, and aim towards a smoke free UK future. To provide practical help, advice and support to all smokers who want to stop.
The Ramblers' Association2nd Floor Camelford House, 87-90 Albert Embankment ramblers@london.ramblers.org.uk
www.ramblers.org.uk Raising KidsSite contains healthy eating information for babies, toddlers, young children
and teenagers. Rugby Football LeagueRed Hall Tel: 0113 232 9111 The Rugby Football League (RFL) is the governing body for the game of Rugby League in the UK. It is responsible for all aspects of the game from promotion and marketing to coaching and national development programs.
Salt Campaign – The Food Standards Agencyinfo@salt.gov.ukThis site has been created by the Food Standards Agency to support its salt campaign. The aim of the campaign is to save lives, by reducing the amount of salt people eat. Too much salt can raise your blood pressure, which increases your chances of developing heart disease and stroke. Scottish Disability SportCaledonia House Tel: 0131 317 1130 http://www.scottishdisabilitysport.com/contactus.cfm Scottish Disability Sport (formerly the Scottish Sports Association for Disabled People (SSAD)) was formed in 1962 to provide facilities for, and to encourage the development of sport and physical recreation for disabled people. Scottish Disability Sport has now acted as the governing and co-ordinating body of all sports for all people with a disability for over thirty years. Scottish Disability SportCaledonia House Tel: 0131 317 1130 www.scottishdisabilitysport.com Scottish Disability Sport (formerly the Scottish Sports Association for Disabled People (SSAD)) was formed in 1962 to provide facilities for, and to encourage the development of sport and physical recreation for disabled people. Scottish Disability Sport has now acted as the governing and co-ordinating body of all sports for all people with a disability for over thirty years. The Scottish Nutrition and Diet Resources Initiative (SNDRí)Room MS 010 ( Milton Street Building ) Tel: 0141 331 8481/8479 Email: sndri@gcal.ac.uk The SNDRí aims to produce a range of easily accessible resources on nutrition and diet, which give consistent health messages to the public, and avoid duplication of effort by professionals in Scotland. SHARP (Scottish Heart and Arterial disease Risk Prevention)Ninewells Hospital, Dundee DD1 9SY Tel 01382 660 111 Fax 01382 660 675 Website www.dundee.ac.uk/sharp Aims to reduce the incidence of coronary heart disease in Scotland, mainly through education. Focuses on clinical and scientific meetings and many small local meetings at venues around Scotland. Slim Fast0845 6001311 slimfast@unileverconsumerlink.co.uk Slim Fast has been the world’s most popular meal replacement weight loss programme for more than 15 years. Its simple structured programme of nutritious meal replacements, satisfying main meals and snacks has been proven to help people lose weight and maintain that weight loss for years. SnowsportGBHillend, Biggar Road T: +44 (0) 131 445 7676 The British Ski & Snowboard Federation, trading as Snowsport GB, is made up of 9 constituent member groups, including the Home Nation Governing Bodies plus a number of other organisations who collectively manage British snowsports from grass roots to elite competitive level. Sports Council for Northern IrelandHouse of Sport Tel: 028 90 381222 The Sports Council for Northern Ireland aims to make sport happen for the people of Northern Ireland. Sports Council for WalesSophia Gardens http://www.sports-council-wales.co.uk/index2.cfm The Sports Council for Wales is the national organisation responsible for developing and promoting sport and recreation. Sport England16 Upper Woburn Place, London WC1H 0QP Tel 020 7273 1613 Fax 020 7273 1852 Sport England is an organisation committed to creating opportunities for people to start in sport, stay in sport and succeed in sport. We provide the strategic lead for sport in England and we are responsible for delivering the Government's sporting objectives. We believe sport has the power to change people's lives. The Sports Industries Federation6th. Street Telephone: 024 7641 4999 The Sports Industries Federation is the national trade body representing the UK’s sporting goods and play industries. With over 20 autonomous trade associations and groups under its umbrella, The Federation covers a wide range of industry sectors including golf, angling, cricket, sports textiles and footwear, play and darts. Sports Leaders UKClyde House Tel: 01908 689180 Email: info@sportsleaders.org Web: www.bst.org.uk Sports Leaders UK believes that everyone has the potential to make a meaningful contribution to their local community – but not everyone has the opportunity or the motivation. Our Sports Leader Awards use the medium of sport to help people learn essential skills such as working with and organising others, as well as motivational, communication and teamwork skills. sportscotlandCaledonia House Tel 0131 317 7200 http://www.sportscotland.org.uk/ Sport Scotland are committed to putting in place a long-term, sustainable infrastructure for Scottish sport in order to encourage more people to participating in sport. The Stroke Association240 City Road Web: www.stroke.org.uk The Stroke Association is the only national charity solely concerned with combating stroke in people of all ages. It funds research into prevention, treatment and better methods of rehabilitation, and helps stroke patients and their families directly through its community services. These include dysphasia support, family support, information services and welfare grants. Stroke SurvivorsAn informational website for victims of stroke, their families etc. SustransNational Cycle Network Centre Sustrans - the sustainable transport charity - works on practical projects to encourage people to walk, cycle and use public transport in order to reduce motor traffic and its adverse effects.
TanitaThe Barn, Philpots Close, Yiewsley, Middlesex UB7 7RY Tel: 01895 438577 Fax: 01895 438511 |
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